Kaizer Chiefs could be set for a significant windfall as transfer speculation intensifies around Congolese forward Glody Lilepo.
The Lilepo Transfer Equation
Kaizer Chiefs acquired Lilepo from French third-tier side Valenciennes in January 2025 for roughly €500,000 (around R9.3 million). Just 18 months later, the 28-year-old winger is attracting heavy interest from Moroccan giants AS FAR, who are reportedly preparing an offer in excess of US$1 million (around R16 million).
If the deal goes through, Amakhosi stand to pocket a tidy profit of approximately R7 million.
While the financial return is highly lucrative, losing Lilepo would be a notable blow to Fernando Da Cruz’s attacking options. Lilepo established himself as one of Chiefs’ most reliable players last season, registering 7 goals and 3 assists across all competitions.
Kaizer Chiefs Squad Updates: Cleared Out & Incoming Talent
Amakhosi have already initiated a major squad shake-up ahead of the new campaign, officially parting ways with five players while welcoming defensive and goalkeeping reinforcements.
Player Departures
- Aden McCarthy: The 22-year-old defender has completed a permanent move to Azerbaijan.
- Happy Mashiane & George Matlou: Released following persistent injury struggles.
- Gaston Sirino & Tashreeq Morris: Both players, on the wrong side of 32, have been deemed surplus to requirements.
New Arrivals & Potential Signings
- Thabo Moloisane: Defender signed to strengthen the backline.
- Renaldo Leaner: Goalkeeper brought in to bolster options between the posts.
- Khanyisa Mayo: Reports suggest Chiefs are working on turning his current loan deal into a permanent transfer.
World Cup Final Preview: Messi vs Yamal
Beyond local league action, the global football stage is set for a historic block-buster clash this Sunday. Defending champions Argentina will meet Spain in the World Cup final.
The match represents a fascinating generational battle between two icons with deep FC Barcelona connections:
- Lionel Messi (39): The Inter Miami star is set to win his 207th cap. He enters the final as the World Cup’s all-time top scorer (21 goals) and top playmaker (12 assists).
- Lamine Yamal (19): Barcelona’s dazzling young prodigy, now wearing the fabled number 10 shirt for Spain, is looking to capture his first World Cup trophy.
